The Watermans Applied Science Paddle for Humanity has raised more than $50,000USD for charity since its inception in 2009 and helped galvanize paddling communities across the country. The PFH is open to all paddle craft. For more info visit www.paddleforhumanity.org.
About Chuck Patterson:
Chuck Patterson is an inspiring person. He is 6’2” and weighs 220 pounds. He competes at the pro level in five different sports: stand up paddling, tow-in surfing, kite surfing, skiing and snowboarding. For more info visit chuckpattersonsports.com
This little video made it onto the web early, so we decided to show it. If you haven’t heard yet the Chuck Patterson Rally is a killer. 20% of the field failed to finish and those who did earned it. The event is a true test of a competitors metal and not one to miss. Next stop, Deerfield Beach. It will be interesting to see who is up to the challenge.
It is worth noting that Connor’s use of a relatively new product, the LiftSUP, created quite a stir and gave him a noticeable advantage over the competition. I’m sure we will be hearing more about this product in the future.
The race challenged the best with World Champion Connor Baxter, Fernando Stalla and Slater Trout battling it out for most of the race. In the end it was Connor who overcame an apparent near blackout while attempting to reenter the water for his last leg that won the race. In five plus years of watching these races I’ve never seen competitors of this caliber walking into the water at the end of a lap. It was a sight to see.
Stay tuned for results, race recap and more photos/videos over the next few days as we recover from a great weekend of racing.
Challenging paddle/run/paddle rally will punish the worlds best April 28th at the Watermans Paddle for Humanity
Orange County, CA – A day in the life of Chuck Patterson is intense and so is his signature course for the Watermans Paddle for Humanity – The Chuck Patterson Signature Series Rally Race. The paddle and run event will feature beach obstacles and distances that will challenge the hardiest of competitors.
Patterson thrives on pushing his limits and expects the same from his participants. “I want something that will really push the paddlers and reward the most well rounded athlete,” said Chuck. Adding, “It is going to be fun (more…)
Where: Vivo roof top Lounge @ Double Tree by Hilton – Doheny Beach, 34402 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, California 92629 (Right across the sand from Doheny State Beach!)
Who: Chuck Patterson, Jamie Mitchell, Connor Baxter, Slater Trout, Rob Rojas and more.
What: Pre-race checkin and registration, Athlete signing, H2Indo and Decade of Dominance movie previews, Molokai 2 Oahu screening and beer specials courtesy of Kona Brewing Company. H2Indo and Decade will premier at the Newport Beach Film Festival April 28-29th.
How: Just stop by and check it out! The festivities start at 6PM. Parking is available at the hotel for $7.00 (tell them you are with the PFH) and will be complimentary with any purchase from the bar. The Vivo Lounge is located on the 4th floor and can be reached via elevator or stairs to the right of the entrance.
Call 949-596-0082 or e-mail paddleforhumanity@gmail.com for more info!
The 2009 event was pretty darn fun. Conditions were perfect and the surf was just big enough to pose a challenge without being a problem. Definitely a day to remember.
Paddling as a sport has seen a massive increase over the last five years, thanks in the most part to the meteoric rise of standup paddling, both coastally and on inland lakes and rivers. Although equipment and technique have experienced profound change during this period of rapid growth the actual event format has largely remained the same – paddlers compete over a given distance and are judged based off of how quickly they complete the course. Beginning in 2012 the Paddle for Humanity event series will introduce a unique and revolutionary race format known as DOT, or Distance Over Time.
FAQ:
What is a DOT race?
DOT stands for Distance Over Time. Unlike traditional distance and BOP style events which judge participants on their time over a given distance, DOT style events are time based, judging the performance of a participant on how much distance he or she can paddle in a set amount of time. Participants will paddle laps on a course equal to or greater than one ½ mile in length. At the end of the allotted time a horn will be blown signaling the final lap. At this time all paddlers must finish their current lap, round a specific buoy, known as a turnout, and move directly to the finish line.
How long will the PFH events be?
For the 2012 Paddle for Humanity will feature a one-mile course and a 1:00 (one hour) cut off. (more…)
Thank you for making the Paddle for Humanity one of your chosen events for 2012. Our focus is to make this event stand out over any other event you have attended. We are proud to say that thanks to overwhelming support in 2011 we have expanded our series and the level of accommodation at each stop. This expansion includes a Friday night party and saturday post event beer garden for all competitors and their families. We have also added an additional event to each stop in the series, the Chuck Patterson Signature Series Rally. More importantly, we are now able to directly contribute a large portion of your entry to the humanitarian or environmental partner of your choice. All of this is made possible by your, the participant, and the generosity of our sponsors – please support those who nourish what you love.
Keep reading for more information on how to start your journey. (more…)
March 2, 2012 – The Watermans Paddle for Humanity is building on four years of success by expanding to five events in 2012. The award winning series will feature multiple events on both coasts with stops in California, Florida, Washington D.C. and Texas – bringing coastal and inland paddling communities together for a good cause.
The success of the three-stop 2011 series and increasing demand for quality events has bolstered the Paddle for Humanities growth and united the paddling community. What was once a single grass roots event on the sands of Dana Point has grown into a five stop series that has connected paddlers with people in need in all parts of the world. In 2011 the Paddle for Humanity was recognized by the paddling community and awarded the SUP Magazine “Philanthropic Event of the Year” at the first annual SUP awards. The award highlighted the continuing efforts of the series and its founders, its reach in the paddling community and its professionalism in the execution of the events.
“[The Paddle for Humanity] has always been about creating an event that channels the positive energy of the paddling community towards a good cause. The support for the event series from the industry and the paddlers has been amazing,” says founder and race co-director, Pete Stirling. “We are looking forward to continued growth in the coming years.”
In addition to two new stops, the Paddle for Humanity will be rolling out a new multi-race format that feature events and activities for paddlers of all ages and skill levels.
The Watermans Applied Science Paddle for Humanity has raised more than $50,000USD for charity since its inception in 2009 and helped galvanize paddling communities across the country. The PFH is open to all paddle craft. For more info visit www.paddleforhumanity.org.
